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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1820433  Size: SH

    Note: Make sure to confirm that the components are cool and work.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement.
  3. Remove the charge air system hoses and ducts. Refer to Charge Air Cooler Inlet Pipe and Outlet Pipe Replacement.

  4. Object Number: 1820483  Size: SH
  5. Remove the PCV valve and adapter. Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve Replacement and Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement.
  6. Remove the pre-catalyst converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement.

  7. Object Number: 1820618  Size: SH
  8. Disconnect the turbocharger actuator connector.
  9. Remove the turbocharger wheel bearing oil inlet pipe.
  10. Disconnect the turbocharger wheel bearing oil out hose.
  11. Remove the turbocharger.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1820618  Size: SH
  1. Install the turbocharger to the exhaust manifold.
  2. Install the turbocharger wheel bearing oil inlet pipe.
  3. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  4. Connect the turbocharger wheel bearing oil out hose and tighten.
  5. • The turbocharger tightening nuts to 34 N·m (25.1  lb ft).
    • The turbocharger wheel bearing oil inlet pipe bolts to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).